Over the past year, God has dealt with me like He's never dealt with me before. I felt convicted about the relationships in my life (social status, friends, etc.) but wasn't willing to give any of that up. God still continued to deal with me and convict me about those things. Finally I just talked to God about it because I was angry. "God why are you asking me to sacrifice people and things in my life that are benefitting me and making me a better person? I don't understand what I'm doing wrong, I don't know if I'm ready to let those things go." But then I realized something. God didn't want to give up his only son as a sacrifice for all mankind, it was a horrible thing. But he did. Because His love for us is everlasting, never-failing, and never-ending. Surely, if God gave up His son to die for us on a rugged cross, surely I can sacrifice the people in my life that I'm putting above Him; so I did. I gave up social media, I gave up those relationships that weren't worth risking my relationship with God because anything you put before our God is an idol. It was the hardest thing I think I ever had to do because, like I said, I wasn't ready to cut ties and give up those things, but no person, no thing will ever be worthy enough. But God is. Which brings me to my main idea. This Sunday, October 9th, I was rededicated and baptized by my community group leaders, my sisters in Christ, and best friends, at a church I feel welcome in and I love. The water was cold as ice and a pleasant breeze is not as pleasant when you're soaking wet, however my friends and parents were on the very front row with beaming smiles and everything was so perfect. I cannot wait to walk on this long life journey with God holding my hand and leaning not on my own understanding but His word and direction alone. On the contrary, trusting God with everything in you is easier said then done. We humans want to always be in control of our lives but the truth is, it's already planned out perfectly and it took me this far in my life journey to finally realize that I cant always be in control of my life and how things pan out because according to God's plan, it already is. I am so overwhelmed with happiness, the love and support of my friends and family, a merciful God, and a wonderful life. I not only want to share this milestone in my life with my close friends and family, but I want to share this moment with everyone I know because I am not ashamed and I encourage everyone to just give all you have to God because He is our one true love and no one, no thing shall or will ever be put before Him.
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The Illusion of Creativity
AI-generated music is often marketed as “artistic” or “educational.” But what does it really teach?
- That style can be replicated without understanding.
- That emotion can be simulated without feeling.
- That effort can be bypassed with a prompt.
For young creators, this sets a dangerous precedent. Why learn to play guitar when an algorithm can do it faster? Why study harmony when AI can generate chord progressions in seconds? The risk isn’t just laziness — it’s the loss of depth, discipline, and the tactile joy of creation.
I have listened to several AI-generated music covers. My initial reaction was one of considerable impressiveness, particularly regarding the reimagining of classic pop hits in diverse genres with novel arrangements. Here is one good example a-ha — Take On Me
However, after engaging with several such Ai generated song covers, a sense of emotional detachment emerged, attributable to the perceived absence of human artistry and genuine sentiment, resulting in a technically flawless yet ultimately soulless auditory experience.
Copyright in Crisis
What does the copyright law say about AI generated music, especially in field of music covers. Who is liable for copyright in this case, AI developers, people who used AI to generate music or people who published it on music platforms?
Recent lawsuits show that the music industry is pushing back hard:
- Universal, Sony, and Warner sued AI music platforms Suno and Udio in 2024 for allegedly training their models on copyrighted songs without permission Ars Technica The Lyon Firm.
- They’re seeking up to $150,000 per infringed song, arguing that the AI outputs resemble famous tracks and voices (e.g., Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson).
- These lawsuits target the developers of the AI tools — but they raise broader questions:The legal gray area is training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use Sites at USC.
But who’s liable?
Role | Legal Risk | Why |
AI Developers | ✅ High | For training on copyrighted material without licenses. |
Users | ⚠️ Moderate | If they intentionally recreate protected works. |
Publishers/Platforms | ✅ High | For distributing infringing content. |
The grey area lies in training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use. Meanwhile, AI-generated works themselves aren’t eligible for copyright unless a human provides substantial creative input — leaving them in legal limbo.
The Educational Mirage
Some argue that AI music helps people learn genres, production styles, or vocal techniques. But this “education” often lacks context. It’s like learning to paint by watching a printer — technically impressive, but creatively hollow.
True musical education involves:
- Struggle and iteration: Learning through mistakes.
- Emotional connection: Expressing what words can’t.
- Cultural lineage: Understanding the roots of sound.
AI shortcuts bypass all of this. And in doing so, they risk flattening the rich terrain of human creativity into a sterile landscape of algorithmic mimicry.
Why This Fight Matters
This isn’t just about music. It’s about the future of art, storytelling, and human expression. If we allow machines to dominate creative spaces, we risk turning culture into content — optimized, monetized, and devoid of soul.
We must ask: Do we want a world where art is made by machines, or one where machines help humans make better art?
5 Key Takeaways
- AI-generated music blurs the line between innovation and erosion in the creative arts
- AI-generated music raises questions about copyright, culture, education, and artistic expression
- AI-generated music can replicate style without understanding, simulate emotion without feeling, and bypass effort with a prompt
- AI-generated music sets a dangerous precedent for young creators by potentially leading to a loss of depth, discipline, and joy of creation
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